Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: In a way that relates to the earliest stages of development or existence.

Example: The species evolved primordially, adapting to their environment over millions of years.

Definition: A part or organ in its earliest and simplest form during development.

Example: The primordium of the heart begins to form early in embryonic development.

Definition: A region or area that is governed by a prince or princess.

Example: The small principality was known for its beautiful castles and rich history.

Definition: Showing strong moral principles and values in behavior and decisions.

Example: She is known for her principled stance on environmental issues.

Definition: A tiny protein particle that can cause diseases in the brain by changing normal proteins into abnormal ones, and does not contain any genetic material like DNA or RNA.

Example: Scientists are studying prions to understand how they cause brain diseases.

Definition: Having many colors that change or shine like a rainbow, often seen when light passes through a prism.

Example: The artist used prismatic colors in her painting to create a vibrant effect.

Definition: In a way that relates to or resembles a prism, often referring to the dispersion of light into colors.

Example: The light shone prismatically, creating a beautiful spectrum on the wall.

Definition: A three-dimensional shape with flat surfaces, where all the corners are located in two parallel planes.

Example: The architect designed a building with a prismatoid shape to enhance its aesthetic appeal.

Definition: Having the shape of a three-dimensional figure with two parallel bases and other faces that are parallelograms.

Example: The architect designed a prismoidal structure that stood out in the skyline.

Definition: In a manner that is clean, fresh, and unspoiled, like something that is in its original condition.

Example: The lake was pristinely clear, allowing us to see the fish swimming beneath the surface.